Saturday, March 21, 2015

Sephora: YSL Volupte Tint-In-Oil and NARS Birthday Lippies


My sister, Lindsey, turned 22 recently and wanted to celebrate by going to brunch, then shopping. Sephora was on the list so she could get some face primer (one of my gifts to her was the Benefit Porefessional), and she wanted to get her Sephora birthday gift to give to me. She is not a fan of lipsticks, but knows I am gaga over NARS lipstick pencils. While we were there I splurged and scooped up one of the new YSL Volupte Tint-In-Oil lipglosses.


This is a newer formula of lippie that uses four essential oils with tint to stain the lips delicately. It feels quite plush and wears for a nice long while. This is not a gloss to get if you expect full on color coverage. The effect is quite beautiful though, with a flattering glossy tint that begs to be worn all summer long. They run on the deep end of the price pool at $32 a pop, but an occasional extravagance feels nice. There is no way I could collect them all at that price point, however. I tend to lean towards corals but forced myself to try something new and chose No. 8 in Pink About Me, which has a cool purple hued pink tint. Lindsey said "I heard somewhere if you aren't uncomfortable sometimes, then you aren't living." With that sage advice in my ears I went non-coral.  


I don't really have the lips (or nails for that matter) for gorgeous swatching, but I wanted to show how it looks. It looks startlingly clear upon application, then develops more deeply over time.


After wearing for about 10 seconds, then removed. The stain is subtle but pretty.


The Sephora birthday freebies are two NARS lip pencils in Cruella (red Velvet Matte finish), and Rikugien (pink Satin finish). They are generously sized at 0.06 oz and 0.05 oz each. The full sized pencils are 0.09 oz and cost $26.00 each. There are three finishes to the NARS lip pencils: velvet matte, satin, and velvet gloss. 


I adore both shades and will wear them down to nubbins before my birthday in December rolls around and I can collect mine. Thank you sister. <3


Atelier Cologne has a few new scents out and I wanted to sample Figuier Ardent from their recently released Collection Azur. It reminded me of L'Artisan Caligna initially, with that fresh green fig note, but then they quickly departed similarities as they settled. Where Caligna becomes hazy soft with sweets and cream, Figuier Ardent becomes clear and defined with lime and woods. The scent notes do not include lime and point to pepper and bergamont, but lime is what my nose translates it as. I am excited to wear this sample and ring in spring with figs of all types. 

Are you excited about Sephora's birthday gift this year? You get it free if you sign up to become a Beauty Insider (which is also free). Any new makeup products calling out to be tried? How do you feel about lipstick? 

10 comments:

  1. Aaaah, YSL. I always feel so fancy when using their lip products.
    I'm on the fence about lipstick. I love it, but I hate leaving marks on my cups and mugs whenever I drink.
    You know I have to ask. What are you wearing on your nails?!?! It's so pretty!

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    1. YSL makes me feel fancy too <3

      Lipstick on cup rims, husbands and cheeks is a pain but I will endure it.:-)

      The polish is Zoya Marley that Lauren gifted me. It is perfect for spring/Easter. Thank you!

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  2. Those colors are beautiful! I love how it left a nice stain after the gloss went away. I have been on the hunt for stains lately, I tend to go through lip gloss phases though.
    Happy belated birthday to your beautiful sister Lindsey. Loved seeing the pics from your celebration day on FB. Have a great weekend my friend!

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    1. Stains can be drying but I like this one a lot so far. What do you look for in a lipgloss? I tend to love Buxom glosses the best. I like the tingle.

      Thank you!!! Hope you have a great weekend too!

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  3. what pretty colors!!! I've tried wearing lip stick & stains.. but I have yet to find a color that makes me feel like me... I always feel like I'm a little kid playing dress up! lol. so I continue to stick with my Avon cherry Chapstick... lifelong obsession! ;)

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    1. My sister Linds doesn't care for lip color at all either. We will have to do some lippie shopping in Japan :-)

      It does sound like you have your Holy Grail already though :-)

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  4. That all looks amazing!

    I love Atelier Cologne! I've only tried their Orange Sanguine and Vanille Insensée -- I need to try more! :) Enjoy!

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    1. I love their fragrances too! After enjoying this one, I really want to plant my nose in all the other new ones. They have great sampling sizes too. I hope you have a fabulous Sunday!

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  5. Splendid colors, you picked some good stuff! Atelier Colognes are amazing, I loved the ones you have me to try! YSL has always been such a tempting (but pricey) brand!

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    1. Thanks! I am excited to sport these bad boys. Atelier has some pretty smellies! Glad you liked the ones I sent, they are some if my favs. YSL... SO pricey. But I finagle ways to try it anyway. Sometimes.

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